Marcum lx3 vs. lx5 vs. m5 : What Is The Main Difference

Marcum is one of the most popular brands in producing fish finders, flashers, and sonar systems. However, you might fall into confusion regarding the selection of the right Marcum ice fish finder. And most buyers try to choose one from the lx series and m series.

In this article, we will go through three products from the lx and m series and also there’re a couple of products from the lx series available. The further discussion in the article about these ice fishing finders and sonar systems will truly make the confusion clear.

Comparison between these three Marcum models

Difference between Marcum lx and m series models

M series models are the latest induction in the ice fishing finders and sonar system from Marcum, and also they are supposed superior to lx series models. There are a few similarities available in these models and at the same time, a lot of dissimilarities that make the difference.

Before deciding, which one of these models you should go for the next ice fishing trip, it is necessary to distinguish the differences first.

Output power

The latest fish finder and sonar model from Marcum is the M series and it provides powerful output compared to the older models of the lx series. The output power of m series fish finders is 2,500 watts. On the other hand, lx series models come with 1,500 to 2,500 watts of output power.

Display

Marcum has tried to include a bright and clear display in both series. The m series fishfinder models come with the Maximum Brightness & Clarity aka MBC brushless lighting display. Meanwhile, the lx series also comes ensuring a bright and crispy display with the 3-color true color display.

Transducer

Both m series ice fishing finders and lx series ice fishing finders come with dual-beam ice transducers. Having transducers with both narrow and wide beams, the user can use them in both shallow and deep water. However, a few lx series models also have self-aligning transducers.

Cone angle

As the fish finder models in the m series and lx series have dual-beam transducers, there are two different cone angles available. Both m and lx series have 8-degrees and 20-degrees cone angles.

Battery

M series fishfinder models come with 12 volts, 9 amp battery as the lx series models. Both these models have digital 3-stage charging systems to recharge them efficiently.

Zoom mode

Both m series and lx series fish finders from Marcum come with adjustable zoom modes. However, in m series models the user can enjoy infinitely zoom modes. In m series models, there is a 0.75-inch target separation available. Meanwhile, the number lx series models range from 0.75 to 1 inch.

Interference rejection

For noise reduction from other sonar units, the m series comes with a 12 step interference rejection. Also, the lx series fish finders come with a 12 step interference rejection for the same task.

Storing case

M series fishfinder models have a deluxe padded soft pack as storing case. Meanwhile, the lx series ones have embroidered padded soft packs.

About lx3 model review

It is one of the earlier fishfinder models from the lx series manufactured by Marcum. However, if you are looking for a budget-friendly one this one can be a good choice.

• This model produces a power output of 1,500 watts.
• The user can easily notice the fishes or baits underneath the water with the crystal clear display of the fish finder. The manufacturer used 3-color bright display here.
• It comes with a self-aligning transducer making it capable of both ice and normal water fishing.
• There is an adjustable transducer arm with an electronic shuttle available.
• It is easier to locate the fish and baits with the zoom mode that provides a target separation of 1 inch.
• The fish finder has a digital battery gauge with 12 volts battery.
• There are a power cable, gimbal bracket and lx-3 powerhead included.
• It is equipped with multi-level interference rejection to keep the noises from nearby sonar away.
• And the fish finder has a soft padded pack, which is weather-resistant.

About lx5 model review

It is an upgraded version lx3 model and has some upgraded features that make it worth choosing for most ice anglers.

• It comes with power production of 2,500 watts, which is far better than the lx3 model.
• The manufacturer included a 3-color TrueColor display for crispy and crystal clear view.
• It comes with a dual-beam transducer, which is usable in both shallow and deepwater resources. And also there are two different cone angles of 8-degrees and 20-degrees.
• It has adjustable zoom mode and the superfine line technology brings target separation up to 0.75 inches.
• The fish finder is equipped with 12 volts, 9 amp rechargeable battery. And the user can easily recharge the battery when it runs out of power through the 3-stage digital charging system.
• To remove the noises from nearby sonar systems, there is a 12-level interference rejection available.
• There is an electronic shuttle with an adjustable transducer arm, power cable, and gimbal bracket included.
• There is an embroidered, padded soft case included with the fish finder.

About m5 model review

It is the latest model but from the m series manufactured by Marcum and probably the most loved model by the users.

• The user gets 2,500 watts of power output from this fish finder.
• It comes with MBC brushless lighting sonar display for extended brightness with clarity.
• It comes with a dual-beam transducer with two cone angles of 8-degrees and 20-degrees.
• It has infinitely adjustable zoom mode and also has 0.75 inches target separation.
• The manufacturer included 12 volts, 9 amp battery and it is equipped with a 3-stage charger.
• The fish finder works with a depth range from 20 to 120 inches.
• It has an 8 inches transducer cable for better reach underneath the water.
• To eliminate the noises from other sonar systems, there is 12-step interference rejection included.
• There is a deluxe red soft pack included with the fish finder.

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Which one of these models is better

As different users have different tastes, there is no definite answer to this question. However, the m series has done a pretty better job even though it comes with a newer model. Moreover, the inclusion of transducer cable makes it a better one than the lx3 and lx5 models. If you want another good brands transducer in market i will suggest with Garmin Ice Transducer one of them.

All in all, lx3 is never a competitor to the m5 model. But lx5 has close competition with m5 and anybody can choose anyone among these two models. However, for the budget-friendly seeking persons, lx3 might go well.

Final words

From the above discussion about the three most popular fishfinder models from Marcum, you are now aware of everything regarding the items. The last decision is yours, which one is better than which one. Only after then you can make the right choice for your need.

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